Latest AI News

Google Says Ads in Gemini Remain Possible

Google’s senior vice president of knowledge and information, Nick Fox, told WIRED that the company is not ruling out advertising in its Gemini AI product. While the firm is testing ads in AI Mode, a Search‑powered experience, it says any future ads would be clearly labeled and relevant to users. Fox emphasized that Google’s strong financial position allows it to prioritize product quality over immediate monetization, and that lessons learned from AI Mode could inform any later Gemini ad strategy. The discussion also touched on the new Personal Intelligence feature and its potential impact on ad targeting.

Claude Introduces Interactive Visuals Directly Within Chat

Claude has rolled out a beta feature that embeds interactive charts, diagrams and other visual tools directly into chat conversations. The new capability lets users adjust controls and instantly see graphics update, turning static explanations into dynamic, on‑the‑fly demonstrations. Early tests show practical applications such as coffee‑to‑water calculators, volcanic cross‑sections and even fashion‑style generators, highlighting the potential for more engaging AI‑driven interactions.

Sales Automation Startup Rox AI Reaches $1.2 B Valuation

Rox, a sales‑automation startup that builds autonomous AI agents to boost revenue productivity, has closed a new funding round that values the company at $1.2 billion. The round was led by returning backer General Catalyst and follows earlier seed and Series A investments that together total $50 million. Founded in 2024 by former New Relic chief growth officer Ishan Mukherjee, Rox positions its platform as an intelligent revenue operating system that plugs into existing software stacks and automates tasks such as account monitoring, prospect research, and CRM updates. Customers include Ramp, MongoDB, and New Relic, and the company competes with established revenue‑intelligence firms and emerging AI‑native CRM solutions.

Meta Acquires Moltbook, a Social Network for AI Agents

Meta has announced the purchase of Moltbook, a platform built primarily for artificial intelligence agents to communicate with one another. The network currently hosts AI bots that share updates, code snippets, and philosophical reflections while human users watch from the sidelines. The acquisition fits Meta's broader push into AI‑driven digital assistants and could serve as a testbed for how autonomous agents collaborate online. Industry observers note that the move raises questions about the authenticity of social feeds, as bots can generate endless content and blur the line between human and machine interaction.

Google Gemini Brings Task Automation to Samsung Phones

Google and Samsung have introduced a new Gemini feature that lets users automate tasks in apps through simple prompts. Starting with food delivery and rideshare services, the assistant can navigate app interfaces in a virtual window, fill in details, and pause before final confirmation, giving users control over each step. Early testing shows the system can handle requests like ordering a ride to the airport or a coffee and croissant, asking clarifying questions when needed. The rollout marks a significant step forward for AI assistants on mobile devices.

Anthropic Unveils Interactive Visual Feature for Claude AI Chatbot

Anthropic has introduced a new beta feature that lets Claude generate interactive visualizations—HTML and SVG diagrams—directly within chat. The tool aims to replace dense text with clear, on‑demand graphics, helping users grasp complex steps such as changing a tire or exploring a periodic table. Available on web and desktop for all plan types, the feature automatically creates clickable visuals when appropriate or when users request them, offering a more dynamic conversational experience.